116 Payroll Compliance jobs in South Africa
payroll and management accountant
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- An appropriate, recognised qualification at NQF Level 7.
- A relevant NQF level 8 qualification and membership with a professionally recognised accounting body will be an advantage.
- Three years' relevant work experience.
- Experience and exposure in the education sector will be an advantage.
Duties :
• Capture, update, and process payroll data, including changes and adjustments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Calculate payroll-related calculations where required.
- Perform payroll runs and distribute payslips and IRP5/IT3(a) certificates.
- Process payroll journals and reconciliations.
- Prepare financial reports for Board/ARC.
- Contribution to unqualified audit opinion.
- Processing SAQA employees` pensions and filing SARS returns to ensure compliance.
- Assist in the compilation of financial statements in relevant sections.
- Assist in confirming budget for procurement activities.
- Building a mutual relationship with internal and external clients and timeously resolving client`s inquiries.
- Training, Coaching, and mentoring of interns.
- Assist in compiling employee costs reports for various submissions eg. AFS, Annual Report, STATS SA.
Administration Manager (Pensioner Payroll) MMH250703-1
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Role Purpose
To plan, manage, and control the Pensioner Payroll Administration team, ensuring accurate and compliant annuity payments, effective client servicing, and alignment with regulatory, operational, and business objectives. This role is responsible for leading a specialist team while supporting innovation, service excellence, and continuous improvement in line with the broader client service strategy.
Requirements
Experience and Qualifications
- Matric (NQF Level 4).
- Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., Administration, Finance, Payroll).
- 6–8 years' experience in financial services, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Extensive knowledge of annuity/pensioner payroll processes and regulations.
- Experience in retirement fund administration and compliance with SARS and FSB regulations.
- Advanced Excel and payroll systems proficiency.
Duties and Responsibilities
Client Service & Administration
- Oversee pensioner payroll operations, including annuity payments, tax reconciliations, and death claim processing.
- Ensure accuracy and timely delivery of monthly payrolls, medical aid reconciliations, and pensioner communications.
- Resolve escalated and complex client queries and ensure client satisfaction through proactive service.
- Monitor SLA adherence and service performance across the pensioner payroll function
- Workflow management: Daily workflow management and effective resource planning. Problems identified & resolved. Service Level Agreements adherence and production statistics.
- Ensure payroll documentation, communications, and reporting meet both internal and regulatory requirements.
- Engage and retain clients within the pensioner payroll portfolio to ensure ongoing satisfaction and service continuity.
- Deliver consistent service to internal and external clients, in line with TCF principles and company values.
- Define and uphold service practices that build rewarding relationships and exceptional client service.
Compliance & Process
- Ensure strict adherence to Pension Funds Act, SARS guidelines, and governance requirements.
- Oversee the completion and submission of PAYE returns (EMP201, EMP501) and issue year-end tax certificates (IRP5/IT3a).
- Monitor audit preparedness and resolve audit findings timeously.
- Embed risk controls and ensure processes such as proof of existence checks, payroll changes, and reconciliations meet quality standards.
- Assess and implement operational efficiencies across the payroll function.
- Implement sound financial controls and manage expenditure within budget.
- Ensure risk management and governance policies are followed and manage exposure to liability.
Collaboration, Stakeholder Engagement & Coaching
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams (e.g., Tax, Finance, Audit) and external clients or service providers.
- Guide and mentor Senior Administrators and Administrators to build capacity and strengthen technical knowledge.
- Represent the team in client meetings and operational forums to address concerns or deliver insights.
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment that prioritizes open communication and shared success.
- Support consistent service delivery to all internal departments through cross-functional collaboration.
Innovation & Strategic Development
- Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement, automation, and cost efficiency.
- Stay up to date with industry changes, legislation, and technology trends that affect pensioner payroll administration.
- Contribute to strategic planning for client service excellence and operational resilience.
- Champion innovation and change agility within the team by encouraging a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Identify and report on system-related issues and market trends that may impact service or compliance
People Management & Leadership
- Lead, manage, and develop the pensioner payroll team to achieve high performance and engagement.
- Set clear performance objectives, conduct regular reviews, and provide feedback to support growth.
- Create a positive work climate that promotes accountability, motivation, and well-being.
- Enable a learning culture by encouraging the sharing of ideas, issues, and solutions.
- Monitor individual and team performance to ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Demonstrate exemplary leadership through active involvement and alignment with organisational values.
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Compliance Officer
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Compliance Officer
Join a Nurse-Led, Top-Rated Healthcare Staffing Agency No Two Days the Same
Office-based in Gardens, Cape Town | R20,000 per month | UK Hours (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm)
About Our Client
Our client is a dynamic, nurse-led healthcare recruitment agency providing outstanding nurses and healthcare assistants to Northern Ireland's HSC Trusts and private sector. With an impeccable regulatory track record and a passionate team culture, they are committed to raising standards in healthcare staffing. Their close-knit Cape Town support office drives operational excellence and supports a reputation built on trust, care, and compliance.
The Role: Compliance Officer
As a Compliance Officer, you'll be the frontline guardian of clinical safety and regulatory integrity. Your mission: ensure all agency workers are 100% compliant with Northern Ireland's healthcare regulations before being deployed. From onboarding and file management to audits and candidate communication, you'll be central to safeguarding standards and supporting the well-being of staff and patients alike.
Key Responsibilities
- Minimum 1-2 years' experience in compliance, HR, or administrative roles
- Manage full compliance process for new and current agency workers
- Ensure files meet RQIA standards: NMC pin checks, AccessNI, RTW, training, references
- Maintain and audit digital files weekly, preparing for inspections
- Track expiring documents and proactively chase renewals
- Update the Logezy CRM and compliance trackers accurately
- Communicate cross-functionally with recruitment, bookings, and payroll
- Escalate risks and support the maintenance of the compliance risk register
- Provide exceptional service to both candidates and internal teams
- Stay current with regulatory updates and contribute to process improvements
About You
- 1-2 years in compliance, HR, or admin (healthcare recruitment experience a bonus)
- Meticulously organized and detail-oriented
- Confident communicator across phone, email, and WhatsApp
- Proactive, self-motivated, and able to juggle multiple deadlines
- Tech-savvy Excel, CRMs, and file tracking tools are second nature
- Team player with a solution-focused attitude
- Passionate about upholding standards and contributing to safer care
Compliance officer
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Compliance officer Johannesburg South
Compliance Officer
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Conducting Know Your Customer (KYC) due diligence on new clients and partners, including verifying identity documents and recording required information
Performing Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on high-risk clients, including PEPs, and supporting ongoing suspicious activity monitoring
Ensuring all transfers comply with our AML policy
Conducting risk assessments for new and existing clients to identify potential compliance risks
Completing onboarding processes with partners ahead of investment activity
Supporting regulatory reporting
Maintaining compliance registers, such as financial promotions, complaints, and training registers, and ensuring orderly record-keeping of compliance activities
Supporting the delivery and management of company compliance training
Contributing to the optimization of compliance workflows and processes
Skills & Experience:
Detail orientated
Deadline driven
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Qualification:
Diploma or Degree + 5+ years experience
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Compliance Officer
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Are you wanting to start your career in Compliance? If so, this is an amazing opportunity to get trained up in a 3 year programme whilst working for my client on a full time basis. The client is a boutique Wealth team where you are not just a number. If this is you, please apply!
Why join this team?
- Join a small, client-focused asset management firm
- Supportive environment that values integrity, proactive solutions, and professional growth
What you will be doing:
- Assist advisors with FICA compliance documentation
- Review and suggest improvements to client onboarding processes
- Provide weekly process feedback in staff meetings
- Support admin staff with certain transactions
- Complete ongoing online compliance awareness training
- Participate in quarterly compliance assessments
- Attend monthly compliance training sessions
- Research compliance-related topics as needed
What we are looking for:
- Relevant BComm degree
- Strong commitment to building a career in compliance
- Motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn
- Ability to work full-time with daily office attendance
Benefits and unique aspects:
- Direct mentorship from a senior compliance officer
- Career progression into an authorised compliance officer role
Please note if you haven't heard back from us within two weeks of submitting your application, unfortunately your application has not been successful this time. We'd still love to stay connected, follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities that match your profile.
Compliance Officer
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Are you wanting to start your career in Compliance? If so, this is an amazing opportunity to get trained up in a 3 year programme whilst working for my client on a full time basis. The client is a boutique Wealth team where you are not just a number. If this is you, please apply!
Why join this team?
- Join a small, client-focused asset management firm
- Supportive environment that values integrity, proactive solutions, and professional growth
What you will be doing:
- Assist advisors with FICA compliance documentation
- Review and suggest improvements to client onboarding processes
- Provide weekly process feedback in staff meetings
- Support admin staff with certain transactions
- Complete ongoing online compliance awareness training
- Participate in quarterly compliance assessments
- Attend monthly compliance training sessions
- Research compliance-related topics as needed
What we are looking for:
- Relevant BComm degree
- Strong commitment to building a career in compliance
- Motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn
- Ability to work full-time with daily office attendance
Benefits and unique aspects:
- Direct mentorship from a senior compliance officer
- Career progression into an authorised compliance officer role
Please note if you haven't heard back from us within two weeks of submitting your application, unfortunately your application has not been successful this time. We'd still love to stay connected, follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities that match your profile.
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Compliance Officer
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Business Unit: Discovery Central Services
Function: Compliance
Date: 12 Sept 2025
Discovery Group Compliance - FAIS Centre of Excellence
Compliance Officer - Complaints and Debarments - Governance
About Discovery
Discovery's core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.
Job Description
The Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Centre of Excellence (FAIS COE) is an independent compliance function that provides compliance oversight and advice to Discovery FSPs, key individual and representatives. The purpose of this role is to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies related to the effective handling of FAIS client complaints and the fair and legally sound execution of debarment processes within the Financial Services Providers (FSPs).
This role involves investigating complaints, managing the debarment lifecycle, providing guidance and support and maintaining accurate records to mitigate regulatory and reputational risk. The Complaints team is also responsible for all FAIS related complaints and responses to complaints from the Regulator, Tribunal and complainants.
This role description outlines the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The company reserves the right to modify the content of this role description at any time.
Areas of responsibility
The successful candidate will be required, primarily, but not limited to:
General
Ensure the implementation of the Complaints Management Framework within the Discovery FSPs
- Review all relevant documents such as policies, SOPs, training material, infographics, etc.
- Facilitate the implementation process of the Debarment Policy within the Discovery FSPs
- Receive, log and acknowledge FAIS-related complaints through established channels
- Conduct thorough and impartial investigations into complaints or recommendations for debarments, gathering relevant information from internal stakeholders or clients
- Analyse complaint and debarment details to identify root causes, potential regulatory breaches, and areas for process improvement
- Prepare comprehensive investigation reports with findings, conclusions and recommended solutions
- Ensure timely and appropriate communication with complainants or stakeholders throughout the investigation process
- Facilitate fair and effective resolution of upheld complaints, ensuring adherence to internal policies and regulatory timelines
- Compile the document packs for complaints or debarments as required
- Facilitate the debarment forum and compile the debarment packs or other documentation as required.
- Review the FAIS hearings and Debarments process and enhance efficient way of work where applicable
- Ensure that all relevant documents for the Tribunal Cases are prepared and timeously submitted
- Draft responses to regulator and/or FSCA
- Provide data and information on complaints and debarments for the FAIS reports as required
- Providing guidance into business processes, procedures and systems
- Keep abreast of regulatory developments and changes in the financial services industry, with particular focus on FAIS and all subordinated legislation
- Engage the relevant stakeholders in all complaints and debarments.
- Ensure that all registers are populated timeously with the relevant data
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all complaints, investigation activities and resolutions
Identify and escalate systemic issues or trends arising from complaints and debarments to relevant stakeholders
Managing stakeholder relationships (internal and external).
Liaise effectively with internal stakeholders, including business units and legal, to facilitate complaint investigations and debarment processes
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with the Forensic department and all other stakeholders
- Act as a point of contact for the FSCA and other external stakeholders regarding complaints and debarment matters
Draft reports for distribution to Exco, business units and Committees on complaints, debarments and trends identified
Debarments, Complaints and Tribunal matters
Manage the debarment and complaints mailboxes (check mails daily, save to the relevant folder and update the register and Sharepoint)
- Manage the end-to-end debarment process in accordance with the FAIS Act and internal debarment policy and SOP
- Gather and review information relevant to potential debarment cases, ensuring thoroughness and accuracy
- Draft all necessary documents for the Debarment (such as Notice of Intention to Debar, outlining the grounds for debarment and providing the representative with an opportunity to respond, FAIS hearing process, Tribunal cases and complaints
- Prepare comprehensive debarment packs for presentation to the Debarment Forum or relevant decision-making committee.
- Ensure adherence to procedural fairness throughout the debarment process
- Maintain proper record of all debarment proceedings and outcomes.
- Ensure timely notification of debarment to the FSCA and relevant internal stakeholders
- Ensure the registers are up to date and tracked as a live document.
- Review reports from business units and/or forensic reports and provide recommendations to business
- Conduct FAIS Hearings, Debarments and Debarment Forum (follow process)
Provide guidance and support on complaints and debarment process
Reporting and Analysis
Prepare regular reports on complaint trends, debarment statistics and key risk indicators
Analyse complaint and debarment data to identify areas for improvement in processes, training and overall compliance
Ad hoc requests
Assist with any ad hoc requests from Management
Education and Experience
- 3-5 years' knowledge and experience in complaints handling and debarments;
- 3-5 years' experience working for a financial service provider in the application of the FAIS Act as well as thorough understanding of the legislation; and
- Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements
- Relevant tertiary education (eg., Law, Compliance, Risk Management)
- Post-graduate qualification in Compliance Management, RE1, RE5, etc. (advantageous)
- Member of CISA, Registered Compliance officer with the FSCA (advantageous)
Skills and Personal Attributes
- Detailed knowledge of FAIS related legislation and regulations to be able to interpret and apply legislation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to make rational judgements from the available information and analysis and provide considered and consistent advice
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presentation abilities
- Ability to work as a team, understand the impact of decisions and be confident enough to raise concerns within the team and to senior management
- Strong research ability and high level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong ethical principles and a commitment to fairness and impartiality
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Efficient time management skills, including quick turnaround time on quality work
- Proficiency in relevant software and systems (e.g. MS Office Suite, complaints management system)
EMPLOYMENT EQUITY
The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
Compliance Officer
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Vacancy: Compliance Officer
Location: George
If you are someone who does not flinch under pressure, notices the details others miss, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where excellence is non-negotiable, we want to hear from you. Tax Consulting South Africa is seeking a highly driven Compliance Officer who brings more than administrative capability.
In this pivotal position, you will oversee vendor compliance, ensuring every document, service legal agreement and process is not just complete, but airtight. Your responsibility will be to keep vendor relationships, documentation, and internal processes sharp, accurate, and meets the standard.
Qualification & Skills
- Qualification in related field preferred
- Prior experience in compliance, legal, vendor management, or a related field is highly advantageous
- Strong organisational and time management skills
Key Responsibilities
- Manage vendor onboarding by collecting, verifying, and updating all compliance documents (e.g., licences, certificates, SLAs)
- Keep all compliance-related documents organised and secure.
- Track important deadlines such as renewals, expiries, and reporting dates in order to follow up before anything is due
- Prepare and share accurate compliance records for internal and external audits
- Communicate and help implement company compliance policies and procedures
- Update management regularly on the status of compliance, issues, and progress
- Ensure staff across departments understand compliance requirements and assist where needed
- Keep records of communication and actions taken for audit trails and accountability
- Monitor and update the compliance checklist or tracking systems
- Support compliance training initiatives to ensure staff awareness and adherence to compliance standards.
Compliance Officer
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Designation:
Compliance Officer | Johannesburg, Gauteng | Permanent
Category:
Legal and Compliance
Job Level:
Skilled technical and academically qualified workers, junior management, supervisors, foremen and superintendents
Posted by:
PSG Financial Services
Posted on:
05 Sep 2025
Reference Number:
POS07657
Closing date:
19-Sep-2025
Position Type:
Permanent
Location:
Waterfall Magwa Crescent
Overview:
VACANCY | COMPLIANCE OFFICER | JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG | PERMANENT
PSGs commitment to transform and embrace diversity is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with employment equity as a key goal to create an inclusive workforce. In achieving our employment equity goals, we give preference to applicants from designated groups, and we encourage people with disability to apply.
Job description:PSG is currently recruiting for a Category I Compliance Officer position. Reporting to the Head of Compliance: Distribution, you will overall be responsible for the implementation of relevant legislation regulations and to drive quality assurance and compliance adherence.
Responsibilities:- Compiling of compliance and statistical reports to the business, clients and regulators
- Ensure compliance implementation and maintenance of the compliance risk management and monitoring plan
- Monitoring of the primary legislation impacting the business
- Analyse, interpret and implement new legislation
- Review of all marketing material in accordance with Board Notice 92
- Address compliance queries from the business
- Managing compliance projects from start to finish
- Ensure the application of the TCF outcomes
- Maintain FAIS compliance procedures and manuals
- Maintaining the key individual / representative register
- Monitoring and reporting on all FAIS matters to the business and the regulator
- Relevant qualification such as B Com Law or LLB
- Must be a registered and FSCA Compliance Officer (CAT 1), preferably CAT II
- RE 1 Certificate
- 3 - 4 years compliance experience in the financial services industry
- Knowledge of FICA, FAIS and relevant legislation, regulations and rules
- Relevant knowledge, skills and corporate compliance experience
- Own transport and valid driver's licence as travel component to Adviser offices
- Computer literate in MS Office
- Interpersonal, communication and report writing skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of team
- Ability to operate in a high-performance environment at different levels
- Client relationship building skills.
Candidates interested must apply here by no later than 19 September 2025 OR browse available PSG Careers vacancies
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